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Summer Intern – Oversight and Investigations

The Oversight and Investigations Division (OID) of the New York City Council conducts high-profile, fact-driven investigations as part of the Council’s independent and plenary legislative and oversight responsibilities. OID examines systemic failures, maladministration, misconduct, and risks to the public interest from unlawful conduct and inefficiency within City agencies to fraudulent, illegal, or abusive conduct by corporations and private actors that harm New Yorkers. Through rigorous investigative work, the Division produces reports, findings, and legislative and policy recommendations aimed at reforming government operations, exposing unlawful or unacceptable conduct, and strengthening transparency and accountability for New Yorkers. The Division works directly with Council Members and Council Committees and engages with stakeholders outside the Council including local, state, and federal agencies; academic, public interest, and industry experts; and victims and their advocates.

We are looking for a summer intern to join our team. With commitment to students from all backgrounds, there is diversity and a progressive approach to empowering students with the necessary tools that can relate to both their educational background and to what they learn in a professional environment. The internship will begin on June 1, 2026.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist with legal and policy research, data analysis, analyzing agency policies, conducting academic literature reviews, and drafting reports.
  • Assist with fact-finding and conducting interviews.
  • Attend meetings and hearings along with summarizing discussions.
  • Assist with conducting fieldwork, under the supervision of OID investigators across the five boroughs, as needed.
  • Interact with individuals in governmental and non-governmental entities.
  • Maintain and organize project data and documentation.
  • Miscellaneous tasks and projects, as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Graduate and Law school students a plus.
  • Must have excellent written and oral communications skills, be detail oriented and self-motivated.
  • Ability to prioritize and quickly switch between tasks in a fast-paced, high-pressure, environment, while maintaining professional and quality standards.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and Internet research.
  • Display initiative, determination, and assertiveness.
  • Work effectively on group projects as well as independently.
  • Capable of interacting with a broad range of individuals.
  • Ability to handle sensitive and/or confidential documents and information.
  • Fluent in both English and a second language a plus.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

The New York City Council makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact EEOOfficer@council.nyc.gov.

HOW TO APPLY:

Qualified candidates should forward a cover letter, resume and writing sample to:

E-MAIL:         counciljobs@council.nyc.gov   

MAIL:             New York City Council

Attn: Personnel Services/Recruiting (O&ISUM)

250 Broadway, 26th Floor

New York, New York 10007

FAX:               12124014711

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The New York City Council is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.